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U.S. Digital Investment Management Market Monitor, Q2 2020 - The Latest Aite Group Research Finds The U.S. D2C Digital Investment Management Space Grew 16% In 2019, Reaching US$298 Billion In AUM

Date 23/04/2020

With digital investment management startups venturing into banking, large financial institutions entering the marketplace, and many solutions undergoing overhauls in 2019, the maturation of the direct-to-consumer digital investment management space is evident. Though still small as a relative portion of the overall U.S. wealth management industry, the digital investment management space is now seen as an integral component for many traditional firms, increasingly essential as commission revenue continues to decline and COVID-19-related brick-and-mortar building closures usher in a new era of digital engagement. U.S. Digital Investment Management Market Monitor, Q2 2020 is the third in a biannual Aite Group report series on the digital investment space, and offers market-sizing estimates and forecasts.

Monetary Policy And The Bank Of England’s Balance Sheet - Speech By Gertjan Vlieghe - Given During An Online Webinar

Date 23/04/2020

Gertjan Vlieghe explains how we use our balance sheet as a monetary policy tool to hit the 2% inflation target and support the UK economy. These actions also affect government financing, but we maintain our independence.

HKEX: Stock Exchange Participants' Market Share Report

Date 23/04/2020

Stock Exchange Participants' Market Share Report

Moscow Exchange: Risk Parameters Change For The Security RU000A0JXU14

Date 23/04/2020

As per the Securities market risk parameters methodology, on 23.04.2020, 13-46 (MSK) the upper bound of the price band (up to 131.5528) and initial margins (up to 13.75 %) for the security RU000A0JXU14 were changed. New values are available here

HKEX To Implement Volatility Control Mechanism First Phase Enhancements On 11 May

Date 23/04/2020

Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX) is pleased to announce that it will implement the first phase enhancements of the Volatility Control Mechanism (VCM) on 11 May 2020.

Being Close To Spot Trading And Increasing The Representativeness Of Futures’ Prices, Dalian Commodity Exchange Announces The List Of Registered Delivery Brands Of LLDPE and PP Futures

Date 23/04/2020

On April 21, 2020, Dalian Commodity Exchange (DCE) issued the "Notice on Announcement of Delivery Brands of Linear Low Density Polyethylene and Polypropylene Futures", and clarified the list of brands that they can be used for the delivery of linear low density polyethylene (LLDPE) and polypropylene (PP) futures. The brand delivery system will be implemented from contract 2104. Market participants said that all the brands announced this time are mainstream brands widely accepted and recognized by downstream enterprises. Only the above-mentioned mainstream brands can enter into the delivery process is in line with spot trading habits and brand characteristics. While meeting the delivery and goods pick-up needs of enterprises and reducing delivery costs, it will also ensure the futures prices represent mainstream brands and promote the function of futures.

European Supervisory Authorities Consult On Environmental, Social And Governance Disclosure Rules

Date 23/04/2020

The three European Supervisory Authorities (EBA, EIOPA and ESMA - ESAs) have today issued a Consultation Paper seeking input on proposed environmental, social and governance (ESG) disclosure standards for financial market participants, advisers and products.

HKEX: Two Weekly Index Options Received Approval In Taiwan

Date 23/04/2020

Hong Kong Futures Exchange Limited (“HKFE”) is pleased to announce Taiwan Futures Exchange has approved the inclusion of the following 2 Weekly Index Options in its list of offshore exchanges and contracts for which Taiwan  Futures Commission Merchants (“FCMs”) have trading authorization.

Liquidity Landscape Report – By Liquidnet

Date 23/04/2020

Please find here Liquidnet’s latest report which analyses the liquidity landscape post Covid-19.

Dubai Financial Services Authority Fines La Tresorerie for Serious Failings

Date 23/04/2020

• Serious and deliberate wrongdoing breached the prohibition against providing money services in or from the DIFC
• Firm’s activities increased risks of money laundering and endangered client money protections